Proto, J5018M, Socket, 3/8 in Drive; 18 mm, 12-Point, Full Polish Chrome, Standard

The Proto socket designed for 3/8 inch drives boasts an 18 mm, 12-point configuration that excels in handling stubborn or damaged fasteners, as well as those made from softer materials. Featuring the innovative TorquePlus design, this socket shifts the contact area away from fastener corners, minimizing slippage and enabling efficient engagement on flat surfaces rather than edges. Its full polish chrome finish not only enhances durability but also makes cleanup easy, while the internal design helps prevent rounding of fasteners, prolonging their lifespan. Ideal for both precision work and tough applications, this tool is a reliable choice for any mechanic or DIY enthusiast looking for performance and longevity.

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Features

• Proto 12 Point Sockets are ideal for use on stubborn or damaged fasteners, and also on fasteners made from soft materials.
• The TorquePlus configuration employs a radius-corner design, shifting contact area and stress away from the fastener corners and distributing contact stresses over a large area of the socket, minimizing slippage.
• The TorquePlus design is a high performance drive configuration which allows for quick and easy socket engagement to the fastener flats, not the corners.
• The TorquePlus internal design minimizes fastener rounding, helps to extend fastener life, and allows the user to more easily turn worn, rounded, or rusted fasteners.

• Points: 12-point
• Drive Size: 3/8 in
• Size: 18 mm
• Length: 2.800 in
• Height: 1.000 in
• Width: 1.000 in
• Impact Or Standard: Standard
• Deep Sockets Included: Yes
• Material: Metal
• Finish: Full Polish Chrome
• Etched Or Stamped: Yes
• Country of Origin: United States